CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
Chief Information Officer
Kaskaskia College is seeking a Chief Information Officer who is responsible for overall strategic direction of information technology to improve College operations at main campus and all remote locations delivering services. Candidate must have experience as a strategic, innovative and pragmatic thinker who is results-oriented. Applicant must have excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure. Position is responsible for advancing the short and long-term objectives and strategies for the IT department. Candidate is expected to build a customer-service team that is responsive and effective and keeps the College mission and needs of student population top of mind. Position is responsible for directing the architecture, development, implementation and support of systems that support College objectives. Candidate must be knowledgeable about emerging technologies. Position is also responsible for directing the continuous and secure operation, administration and maintenance of the computing and networking infrastructure. Position is responsible for developing and managing the technology budget including negotiating advantageous agreements with vendors and service providers.
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or relevant field and/or minimum of five years’ experience in an IT leadership role
- Experience as a strategic, innovative and pragmatic thinker who is results-oriented
- Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure
- Well-rounded technology professional with strong business and financial acumen
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including ability to prepare professional and informational materials for the Board of Trustees.
- Strong integrity, dedication, interpersonal and management skills
Preferred:
- Master’s degree